SUPREME ARCH-MAGUS

After Jia left, Kent continued his relentless search for a spirit bow. Floor after floor, he moved without pause, his eyes scanning every corner, his heart set on finding the one weapon that resonated with his soul.

He encountered countless rare treasures—spirit weapons, talismans, magical items, each radiating with potent energy and allure. Yet, none of these caught his interest. His mind was solely focused on one thing: the spirit bow.

"Damn… why can't I see a single bow?" Kent muttered as he saw repeated weapons but not a bow.

As he advanced to the next floor, a sudden, alluring giggle echoed in his ears. "Are you searching for me? Hehehe..."

Startled, Kent whirled around, searching for the source of the voice. His eyes darted through the dimly lit corridors, but there was no one in sight. "What the hell? That voice was so close," he muttered, frustration creeping into his voice. He continued to look around, convinced someone was toying with him.

Just as he was about to give up, a group of six members from the Demonic Tree Sect hurried past him. At their head was Maya, the princess of the Demonic Tree Sect. Kent tensed, expecting a confrontation.

However, to his surprise, they passed him by without even a glance, their focus entirely on their own mission. Maya's demeanor was cold and detached, as if Kent was invisible to her.

Kent furrowed his brow, puzzled. "What are they up to?" he wondered aloud. The group continued to ascend the Treasure Trove Palace, their movements purposeful and urgent.

"Must be looking for something specific," Kent thought, dismissing the encounter. He couldn't afford to be distracted. The whispering voice lingered in his mind, but he pushed it aside.

Kent's focus remained razor-sharp as he ignored all the desirable talisman and magical items. He also encountered several chariots, interesting magical items. But he ignored all of them.

Just as thinking of moving to another floor, the mysterious voice echoed in his mind again, this time with a seductive tone.

"I'm waiting for you. Come to me… mmm"

He whipped around, eyes darting in every direction, but there was no one there. Frustration mingled with curiosity as he resumed his search, his senses heightened. "Who..." he muttered, shaking his head as he tried to dismiss the voice.

Just then, he spotted Kelly, the girl he had beaten decisively in the forest, ascending to his floor. Her glare was filled with seething anger as she passed by without a word, moving upward without bothering with the treasures along the way. Her determination mirrored that of Maya, who had also ascended to the top floors without pause.

Kent shook his head, increasing the pace of his search. He couldn't afford to be distracted by past encounters or the strange voice haunting him.

"Hehehe... I really want you. Please come to me. I'm alone here."

The seductive tone sent goosebumps racing across his skin, and his blood pulsed with an inexplicable heat.

"Damn... who... who is it?" he stammered, feeling a mix of fear and excitement. The mind-calming pill given to him by Jia's grandfather was tempting, but he decided to not waste the precious pill for the tricks played by some invisible spirit or trickery by others.

Kent lifted his bow and picked a poison arrow from his spirit ring. Targeting on the floor before him, he released the arrow. Instantly the poison spread around him.

"Let's see, which spirit can hold against my poison!" Kent muttered as moved forward. But just as he took another step, he heard the giggling laughter of the lady.

"Not bad… you have some skill. I thought, you only have good body. Hehehe… Now, I really want to rest in your embrace and suck your sweet poison. Hehehe…"

"What is she talking about?!!!" Kent mind buzzed with several thoughts as her words making him harder inside.

Meanwhile, on another floor, Maya continued her relentless ascent toward the Lust Goddess's inheritance. Her face showed impatience as she turned to the young man who had accompanied her as her Dao partner. "How long?" she asked curtly.

"Princess, we are still hundreds of floors away, as that old lady said," he replied.

Another member of her group voiced a concern. "Princess, what should we do if others come for the Lust Goddess inheritance?"

Maya smirked, her confidence unshaken. "Let them come. To obtain the Lust Goddess inheritance, one needs a Dao partner with a divine yang physique. So, they can only watch from the side-lines while we claim the inheritance." Her smirk grew as she continued her ascent.

Jia, having already secured her main weapon, noticed both Maya and Kelly ascending the top floors with purpose. With her primary goal achieved, she decided to follow them, intrigued by their apparent determination. She moved swiftly, her mind racing with thoughts of what they might be seeking.

As Kent climbed higher, the seductive voice became more insistent. "I'm here, so close. Don't you want to find me?"

He hesitated for a moment, considering the voice's allure, but he shook it off, reminding himself of his goal. With each step, his anticipation grew, and he could feel the presence of something powerful drawing nearer.

Meanwhile, Maya's group pressed on, their eyes set on the floors above. "Stay close," Maya commanded, her tone brooking no dissent. Her Dao partner nodded, his face set in determination and excitement to mingle with Maya's alluring body.

Jia, following at a distance, observed them carefully. She knew they were after something significant, and she intended to find out what it was.

Kent continued his relentless search for the spirit bow, feeling the pressure mounting with each floor he ascended. Suddenly, the alluring voice whispered in his ear again, sending a shiver down his spine.

"I'm waiting for you. Come to me."

"Who...who are you?" Kent demanded, turning around in frustration, only to see empty space. "What do you want from me?" He roared angrily.

"Hehehe...I can give you everything in this palace. So, stop wasting time for these useless treasures. Just come to me," the voice teased, her tone dripping with seductive promise.

"Why should I listen to you? What if you want my life?" Kent retorted, his skepticism growing. "Are you a weapon spirit or something?"

The voice giggled again, a sound both infuriating and enchanting. "Why ask so many questions? Isn't it more fun to find out in person? I promise, you'll be pleased and satsfied."

Kent felt a mix of irritation and curiosity. "Stop being so vague! Give me a straight answer!"

"Straight answers are boring. Besides, isn't the thrill of the unknown exciting?" the voice replied, her tone playful.

Frustrated, Kent decided to ignore her. "I'm not interested," he muttered, resuming his search for the spirit bow. Yet, the voice continued to nag him, persistent and relentless.

As he moved forward, Princess Eila of Ice Castle passed from his side with her lady gang, casting puzzled glances at Kent as he seemingly talked to himself. They ascended the floors with a specific purpose, not bothering with the treasures along the way. Kent noticed their curious stares and shrugged, feeling like a fool.

"Lady, who is this rich fellow talking to?" Eila's follower asked, her icy eyes narrowing in suspicion.

"He might have lost his mind after seeing all these treasure. Let's go, we are already behind." Eila replied, trying to sound nonchalant.

Eila's group exchanged amused glances before moving on, their laughter echoing behind them.

The voice resumed, undeterred by his attempts to dismiss her. "Come on, young man. Don't you want to find out what I can offer? I can make all your dreams come true and you will feel the pleasure of your lifetime."

"Dreams, huh? And what if this is a trap?" Kent snapped, feeling his patience wear thin. "Why should I trust you?"

"Trust is earned, dear. But sometimes, you have to take a leap of faith. Don't you want to see an ethereal beauty like me." the voice purred, her words winding around his mind like a siren's call.

Despite his irritation, Kent felt a strange pull towards the voice. Her tone, seductive and manipulative, began to wear down his defenses. With a heavy sigh, he finally relented. "Fine. Where do you want me to go?"

"To the top floor of the Treasure Trove Palace," she answered, her voice filled with triumph. "That's where you'll find me."

With resignation, Kent began his ascent, feeling both apprehensive and intrigued. He quickened his pace, his mind racing with possibilities. While passing he prepared to confront any big threat.

As he climbed higher, the seductive voice continued to whisper in his ear, her tone both maddening and enticing. "You're getting closer, dear. Can you feel it? The power, the treasures...everything you desire is within reach."

Kent gritted his teeth, determined to see this through. "If this is a trick, I swear I'll find a way to crush you," he muttered under his breath.

"Hehehe...no tricks, Kent. Just rewards. Come to me, and you'll see," the voice replied, her laughter echoing in his mind.